Parking in Kensington

Museum quarter — permit zones everywhere

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) issues some of London's highest penalty charges and operates extensive CPZs protecting its residential streets from museum and tourist visitor overflow. Most streets within half a mile of Exhibition Road are restricted to permit holders during museum hours.

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Kensington parking at a glance

Governing borough

Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

PCN penalty charge

£130 (£65 if paid within 14 days)

Museum zone hours

Permit only Mon–Sat 8:30 am – 6:30 pm (most streets)

Metered spaces

Cromwell Road and Kensington High Street

Parking tips for Kensington

Arrive early on weekends

Pay & display spaces on Cromwell Road and surrounding streets fill by 9:30 am on weekends. Use Kerbie to find the first available space and set your timer immediately.

Loading exemptions are strict

RBKC wardens regularly challenge vehicles in loading bays. Keep receipts for any collections or deliveries.

NCP Pavilion Road

The NCP on Pavilion Road offers flat-rate weekend parking significantly cheaper than on-street meters when available.

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